‘Emong’ Leaves Initial P163.6-M Damage to Agri, Infra in La Union
July 27, 2025
La union: Typhoon Emong has caused initial damage worth over PHP163 million in La Union, according to the Rapid Damage Assessment and Needs Analysis (RDANA) report on Sunday. In its 2 p.m. report, RDANA said Emong has left PHP60.7 million in agricultural damage, PHP86,900 in livestock losses, and PHP102.8 million in infrastructure. According to Philippines News Agency, a total of 14,131 families or 49,154 individuals across 173 barangays have been affected. At least 335 houses were partially damaged and 25 were totally destroyed. While most floodwaters have receded, parts of Rimos in Luna town remain submerged. The towns of Sudipen,
